Senior Project Engineer - Land Development
BKF Engineers is seeking a seasoned civil engineer with a strong background in land development and a passion for delivering technically sound, high-quality projects. This senior-level role is ideal for someone who thrives in a collaborative environment and takes pride in leading projects from concept to completion. You’ll play a key role in shaping project direction, providing strategic input, and guiding teams through complex engineering challenges with clarity and confidence.
We’re looking for a candidate who combines deep technical expertise in AutoCAD and Civil 3D with strong leadership and mentorship skills. In this role, you’ll support quality control efforts, mentor junior staff, and ensure clear communication with both internal teams and clients throughout the project lifecycle. If you enjoy balancing hands-on design with team leadership and project oversight, we’d love to hear from you.
Responsibilities:
• Project Design for Site Development
• Grading and Drainage Plans
• Utility Systems for Water and Sewer
• Report Preparation and Master Planning Studies, preparation of specifications and cost estimates
• Project Management Assistance: Budgeting, Schedules, Client Care, Invoicing
• Design Team collaboration, and support
• Roadway/Streets final design package – Plan, Profile, Cross Sections
• Roadway Design: Streetscape, Green Streets, Bicycle Path Plans
• Knowledge of Federal, State, City and County Standards
• Report Preparation and Conceptual Studies
• preparation of Specifications and Quantity Takeoffs/Cost Estimates
• 6+ years of experience in site development, design of residential and/or commercial subdivisions, utility systems, roadways, and public works
• B.S in Civil Engineering or related field from an ABET Accredited Curriculum or equivalent required
• Professional Engineering license in the State of Oregon or California is highly preferred
• AutoCAD and Civil 3D mastery required
Physical Demands: Must be able to regularly talk, hear and operate a computer, keyboard and mouse and occasionally lift, pull/push and carry up to 20 pounds with accommodations.
Work Conditions: Exposure to constant or intermittent sounds at a low or moderate level consistent with an office setting. Exposure to high-stress, fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment. Travel to other BKF locations and client sites may be required.
• The typical base salary range for this position is 103,000 - $140,000 annualized depending upon skills, experience, education, and geographical location. This is a salary position paid biweekly.
• Competitive salaries, end of year bonuses, profit sharing, and 401k.
• BKF pays 100% of the premiums for medical, dental, and vision coverage and 50% for your dependents.
• Generous vacation and sick time packages
• 8 Paid Holidays
• Flexible schedules
• Education reimbursement, Paid annual dues for professional and societal organizations
• BKF offers competitive and award-winning benefits and perks. To learn more click here
Workplace Awards:
• We’re proud to be a 2024 - 2025 "Great Place To Work" certified company!
• BKF Engineers wins Zweig Group’s 2023 Trifecta Award
• Zweig "Best Firms to Work For" Top 100 in the U.S. 2023
• Bay Area News Group "Top Work Place” for 7 years in a row
• "Best Firm to Work for North Bay" North Bay Business Journal for 8 years
BKF Engineers provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
BKF Engineers does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement and a specific solicitation for the position or other approved engagement request for the position with BKF Engineers, BKF Engineers reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited submittals are done at the risk of the recruiter.
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We’re looking for a candidate who combines deep technical expertise in AutoCAD and Civil 3D with strong leadership and mentorship skills. In this role, you’ll support quality control efforts, mentor junior staff, and ensure clear communication with both internal teams and clients throughout the project lifecycle. If you enjoy balancing hands-on design with team leadership and project oversight, we’d love to hear from you.
Responsibilities:
• Project Design for Site Development
• Grading and Drainage Plans
• Utility Systems for Water and Sewer
• Report Preparation and Master Planning Studies, preparation of specifications and cost estimates
• Project Management Assistance: Budgeting, Schedules, Client Care, Invoicing
• Design Team collaboration, and support
• Roadway/Streets final design package – Plan, Profile, Cross Sections
• Roadway Design: Streetscape, Green Streets, Bicycle Path Plans
• Knowledge of Federal, State, City and County Standards
• Report Preparation and Conceptual Studies
• preparation of Specifications and Quantity Takeoffs/Cost Estimates
• 6+ years of experience in site development, design of residential and/or commercial subdivisions, utility systems, roadways, and public works
• B.S in Civil Engineering or related field from an ABET Accredited Curriculum or equivalent required
• Professional Engineering license in the State of Oregon or California is highly preferred
• AutoCAD and Civil 3D mastery required
Physical Demands: Must be able to regularly talk, hear and operate a computer, keyboard and mouse and occasionally lift, pull/push and carry up to 20 pounds with accommodations.
Work Conditions: Exposure to constant or intermittent sounds at a low or moderate level consistent with an office setting. Exposure to high-stress, fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment. Travel to other BKF locations and client sites may be required.
• The typical base salary range for this position is 103,000 - $140,000 annualized depending upon skills, experience, education, and geographical location. This is a salary position paid biweekly.
• Competitive salaries, end of year bonuses, profit sharing, and 401k.
• BKF pays 100% of the premiums for medical, dental, and vision coverage and 50% for your dependents.
• Generous vacation and sick time packages
• 8 Paid Holidays
• Flexible schedules
• Education reimbursement, Paid annual dues for professional and societal organizations
• BKF offers competitive and award-winning benefits and perks. To learn more click here
Workplace Awards:
• We’re proud to be a 2024 - 2025 "Great Place To Work" certified company!
• BKF Engineers wins Zweig Group’s 2023 Trifecta Award
• Zweig "Best Firms to Work For" Top 100 in the U.S. 2023
• Bay Area News Group "Top Work Place” for 7 years in a row
• "Best Firm to Work for North Bay" North Bay Business Journal for 8 years
BKF Engineers provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
BKF Engineers does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement and a specific solicitation for the position or other approved engagement request for the position with BKF Engineers, BKF Engineers reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited submittals are done at the risk of the recruiter.
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